Water Quality in ORLEANS, MA (02653)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 02653.
30
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
30
Monitoring / Reporting
30
Resolved
What does this mean?
30 of 30 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 30 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (30 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heptachlor epoxide | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| ETHYLENE DIBROMIDE | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Picloram | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Heptachlor | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Endothall | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| 1,2-DIBROMO-3-CHLOROPROPANE | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| 2,3,7,8-TCDD | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Atrazine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | Cardiovascular system or reproductive problems |
| Pentachlorophenol | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| 2,4,5-TP | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2024(30)
Heptachlor epoxide
03
ETHYLENE DIBROMIDE
03
Picloram
03
Heptachlor
03
Endothall
03
1,2-DIBROMO-3-CHLOROPROPANE
03
2,3,7,8-TCDD
03
Atrazine
03
Pentachlorophenol
03
2,4,5-TP
03
Methoxychlor
03
BHC-GAMMA
03
Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
03
Dinoseb
03
Diquat
03
HEXACHLOROBENZENE
03
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene
03
OXAMYL
03
Simazine
03
Carbofuran
03
Chlordane
03
Benzo(a)pyrene
03
Glyphosate
03
Endrin
03
2,4-D
03
Dalapon
03
LASSO
03
Toxaphene
03
How Does This Compare?
ORLEANS (02653) has 30 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
Whole House Carbon Filter
A solid baseline for improving overall water quality. Reduces chlorine, sediment, and many common contaminants throughout your entire home.
Targets:Chlorine, Sediment, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 certified
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